Update 11-10-23

Out of an abundance of caution, the City has temporarily closed about one mile of additional trail segments in the Portuguese Bend Reserve due to the potential for hazardous natural conditions, including rock falls, associated with increased land movement that has been observed in the greater Portuguese Bend Landslide area. 

The additional closures include portions of Peppertree Trail and Ishibashi Farm Trail. See updated map below depicting all trail closures in Portuguese Bend Reserve.

• Download Portuguese Bend Reserve Trail Closures Map (PDF)

As a reminder, these temporary closures have been implemented based on recommendations from the City's geologist, Cotton Shires and Associates. These trails are closed until further notice for public safety due to the potential for hazardous natural conditions associated with the active landslide, such as land movement, sink holes, unstable trails and surfaces, erosion, steep cliffs, and falling rocks. 

The City is working with geologists and its land co-managers, including the Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy, and state and federal wildlife agencies, on solutions to restore public access, ensure public safety, and protect natural resources. 

Thank you for your patience. For the latest updates on the status of trail closures, visit rpvca.gov/trailalerts.

For more information, please contact the City of Rancho Palos Verdes Recreation and Parks Department at trails@rpvca.gov or 310-544-5260.